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GETRUDE CHEROTICH RUTTO

Nairobi

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with a background in law and administrative support, transitioning into Human Resource Management. Skilled in maintaining employee records, assisting in recruitment and onboarding, handling compliance tasks, and drafting contracts and HR policies. Recognized for upholding confidentiality, multitasking in fast-paced environments, and building strong interpersonal relationships. Passionate about driving employee engagement and fostering positive workplace cultures.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

HR – Legal Assistant (Admin & Compliance)

Sheffield Steel Systems Ltd
06.2024 - 03.2025
  • Maintained and organized HR files (digital and physical), ensuring confidentiality.
  • Drafted employee contracts, policies, and official HR correspondence.
  • Participated in recruitment, screening, onboarding, and exit processes.
  • Supported disciplinary hearings and helped resolve employee disputes.
  • Ensured statutory compliance through NSSF, NHIF, and company licenses.
  • Managed payroll reports and HRMS database updates.
  • Supported team-building events and employee training coordination.
  • Handled administrative support duties including scheduling, phone handling, and filing.

Administrative Assistant – HR Department

Metro Logistics Company Ltd
12.2023 - 05.2024
  • Maintained employee files and handled onboarding documentation.
  • Prepared employment contracts, letters, and license applications.
  • Attended to internal correspondence and supported HR functions.
  • Assisted with documentation of disciplinary processes.

Legal Clerk

Ndirangu Kamau Advocates
02.2023 - 04.2023
  • Managed legal and HR-related files, especially labor disputes.
  • Coordinated filing of court and registry documents.
  • Assisted with legal research and client communication.
  • Supported compliance tasks including statutory payments and filings.

Administrative Assistant

Phoneart Solutions Ltd (Nation Media Group Distributor)
12.2019 - 04.2021
  • Drafted contracts and supported team events.
  • Managed admin tasks including billing, debt collection, and client outreach.
  • Maintained employee and client records, handled petty cash, and prepared invoices.

Paralegal (Intern)

Ndirangu Kamau & Co. Advocates
06.2018 - 11.2018
  • Assisted in document drafting, research, and legal correspondence.
  • Handled meeting coordination, calendar management, and communication.

Education

Certificate - Human Resource Management

01.2025

Certificate - Data Protection

CIPIT
01.2024

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -

Mount Kenya University
08-2024

Diploma - Law

Kenya School of Law
11-2019

Certificate - Computer Packages

Busara Institute
01.2019

KCSE - undefined

AIC Chebisaas Girls Secondary School
01.2014

Skills

  • HR Administration & Support
  • Drafting Contracts & HR Policies
  • Employee Onboarding & Documentation
  • Compliance & Statutory Licensing (NSSF, NHIF, HELB)
  • Disciplinary Process Support
  • Recruitment Coordination
  • Data Entry & Record Management
  • Interpersonal & Communication Skills
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Confidentiality & Ethical Standards

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

HR – Legal Assistant (Admin & Compliance)

Sheffield Steel Systems Ltd
06.2024 - 03.2025

Administrative Assistant – HR Department

Metro Logistics Company Ltd
12.2023 - 05.2024

Legal Clerk

Ndirangu Kamau Advocates
02.2023 - 04.2023

Administrative Assistant

Phoneart Solutions Ltd (Nation Media Group Distributor)
12.2019 - 04.2021

Paralegal (Intern)

Ndirangu Kamau & Co. Advocates
06.2018 - 11.2018

Certificate - Data Protection

CIPIT

Certificate - Computer Packages

Busara Institute

KCSE - undefined

AIC Chebisaas Girls Secondary School

Certificate - Human Resource Management

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -

Mount Kenya University

Diploma - Law

Kenya School of Law

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